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Expressing Ideas through different Writing Techniques

Techniques require the reader to use his or her own senses, while others will force the reader to think about consequences, results, and/or content. Following are some of the techniques used by writers to accomplish their writing goals.

Persuasion

This is a technique used by writers when they want to change the perspective or point of view of the reader. A writer will present facts as well as opinions in order to persuade the reader that a particular position or subject is right, wrong or sometimes even neutral.

 

Storytelling

This technique is also often used to persuade a reader. By telling a story, the writer can present the facts or opinions in a way that helps the reader make an independent decision about something. Becoming a better story teller is a goal of persuasive writers with the end result being a narrative that is easy to read and understand, making the reader think about the subject and how it affects him or her so a decision can be made as to how he or she feels about the topic

Description

A writer can effectively help the reader understand the content through the use of description. When a reader uses his or her sense of sight, hearing, smelling, or even tasting to have a similar experience as the writer, the reader will more fully understand what the writer is trying to say.

Repetition

Another common writing technique is the use of repetition. This is common in advertising as well as persuasive writing. It is possible to alienate the reader with repetition if it is done badly. The most effective way to use repetition is to make the point using a variety of techniques like example, in a story, or even a quote from someone who is knowledgeable in the content area. For example, do not quote someone who plays a doctor on TV, quote an actual doctor. Use the point again in the summary of the article or essay, but do not belabor it.

Compare and Contrast

A method of writing that offers the similarities and differences about a topic is called compare and contrast. When comparing the elements of a topic, like the habits of teenagers throughout history, the writer will discuss things that teenagers have always done and are still doing today. In contrast, the writer will provide information on things that are different, like dress styles, music likes and dislikes, etc.

Wrap it All Up

The best way to decide which technique to use is to experiment. Write a few paragraphs using different techniques and see which ones work the best. It is also a good idea to blend a variety of techniques in to a piece of writing, giving the reader some different perspectives on the content. Appealing to the different styles of readers by using multiple well integrated techniques will give the essay or article a wider readership as well.

Enhancing Reading Skills by Comprehension

Reading is Fun

The purpose of reading is to connect the ideas on the page to what you already know. If you don't know anything about a subject, then pouring words of text into your mind is like pouring water into your hand.


Improving Comprehension.

Reading comprehension requires motivation, mental frameworks for holding ideas, concentration and good study techniques. Here are some suggestions.

Develop a broad background.
Broaden your background knowledge by reading newspapers, magazines and books. Become interested in world events.

Know the structure of paragraphs.
Good writers construct paragraphs that have a beginning, middle and end. Often, the first sentence will give an overview that helps provide a framework for adding details. Also, look for transitional words, phrases or paragraphs that change the topic.

Identify the type of reasoning. 
Does the author use cause and effect reasoning, hypothesis, model building, induction or deduction, systems thinking? See section 20 for more examples on critical thinking skills.

Anticipate and predict. 
Really smart readers try to anticipate the author and predict future ideas and questions. If you're right, this reinforces your understanding. If you're wrong, you make adjustments quicker.

Look for the method of organization.
Is the material organized chronologically, serially, logically, functionally, spatially or hierarchical? See section 10 for more examples on organization.
Create motivation and interest.
Preview material, ask questions, discuss ideas with classmates. The stronger your interest, the greater your comprehension.
Pay attention to supporting cues.
Study pictures, graphs and headings. Read the first and last paragraph in a chapter, or the first sentence in each section.
Highlight, summarize and review.
Just reading a book once is not enough. To develop a deeper understanding, you have to highlight, summarize and review important ideas.

Build a good vocabulary.
For most educated people, this is a lifetime project. The best way to improve your vocabulary is to use a dictionary regularly. You might carry around a pocket dictionary and use it to look up new words. Or, you can keep a list of words to look up at the end of the day. Concentrate on roots, prefixes and endings.

Monitor effectiveness.
Good readers monitor their attention, concentration and effectiveness. They quickly recognize if they've missed an idea and backup to reread it. 

Example Exercise:

I fly airplanes for work.

I am a pilot.

Sometimes, I take my little girl with me.

Her name is Bristol.

Bristol likes to look out the window of the airplane.

She likes to look at the clouds.

She thinks the clouds look like animals.

She points at one with her finger.

"I see a giraffe!" she says.

I also have a little boy.

My little boy does not like to be up high.

He does not come with me on the airplane.

He likes to play airplane with me.

We play airplane when I get home.

We run around the yard. We wave our arms in the air. 

We make airplane noises

Questions

1)  Who is telling this story?

A. Bristol.

B. A little boy.

C. A pilot.

D. A friend.

2)  What does Bristol like to do in the 

airplane?

A. Look out the window.

B. Run in the yard.

C. Sit in the back.

D. Be the pilot.

3)  Bristol points at something outside 

the window. What does she point 

at?

A. A giraffe.

B. Her dad.

C. A cloud.

D. A tree.

4)  Why doesn't the little boy like to fly?

A. _______________________

__________________________

__________________________

Rectifying English Speaking Skills

This can be done by applying some general approaches towards speaking and that are as follows

Native Speakers As Friends


Find native English speaking friends. The best place for this is the Internet. But do not try to find someone "who speak to me english" (in this case you probably find someone who speaks worse than you, but try to find someone with the same hobby or interests. This is a good base for friendship and of course English. Naturally you need a voice chat program (e.g. Skype, GTalk), but this is not a problem.


Watching Films


Maybe a good start would be to watch films with original soundtrack. Try to understand as much as possible (of course you CAN use subtitles in your own language) it should combine work with pleasure. And after some time you will be surprised how much words and constructions you know. Another useful tip for you. Try to listen carefully to what you say in our own language, pay attention to how many mistakes you make. Speaking is very spontaneous process and we cannot avoid making mistakes. So just stop worrying and speak English.

Singing songs is a perfect way -- it is relaxing, pleasant and boosts your pronunciation. You also upgrade your listening skills which is necessary for natural speaking.


Reading Materials


A glance of Dictionary simply at free time. mark any of the word that u like to use in your daily conversation.Practice the same & slowly you will have a strong vocabulary.

Read the Editorial Column of any                                 

National Daily in front of your Mirror loudly.

Underline tough words & refer to Dictionary &

note the meaning in a diary.  

Learn at least 3-4 words per day.

This will grow confidence in you.

Practicing


Speak, speak and speak' is an easy way to speak English The right way to improve your English speaking skills is to have good vocablury first. Then try to speak with your friends, family members. It will give you a bit confidence. Practice will lead you towards improvement and finally towards desired goal.


It's not difficult to speak English well ,just practice more,more and more .I think this is better way to learn how to speak fluent English.


Learn the phonetic alphabet. This funny little symbols are the key to the right pronunciation. At least of single words. Again, the best place for it is the Internet where you can also find sound samples